Lexus has announced that the all-new 2015 Lexus NX 200t will start at $35,405 (includes a $925 destination charge), while the hybrid Lexus NX 300h will start at $40,645. The Lexus NX and NX Hybrid SUVs will rank among luxury compact SUVs like the Acura RDX, Infiniti QX50 and Lincoln MKC.
The 2015 NX 200t features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 235 horsepower. A six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive are standard, and all-wheel drive ...
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The 2015 Honda CR-V goes on sale nationwide today, and Honda has announced that it offers a number of updates, including refreshed exterior and interior styling, newly available features and powertrain enhancements that result in improved fuel economy.
Under the hood, the 2015 CR-V features an updated 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 185 horsepower, just like the 2014 model. However, the revised engine delivers 11 percent more torque. A standard continuously variable transmission (CVT) replaces the 2014 CR-V’s ...
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Fuel economy estimates for the redesigned 2015 Ford Mustang have been announced, and V6 and V8 models see slightly lower ratings than the 2014 models they replace.
[See photos of the redesigned 2015 Ford Mustang]
Equipped with a 3.7-liter V6 engine and a six-speed manual transmission, the base 2015 Mustang gets an EPA-estimated 17/28 mpg city/highway, which is a bit lower than the 19/29 mpg that a comparably equipped 2014 Mustang delivers. V6-powered Mustangs with the ...
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Three-row SUVs are a popular choice among families, and if you’re considering a used or certified pre-owned model, you could save substantially. For example, take a look at our two top-ranked 2011 affordable midsize SUVs, the Buick Enclave and Mazda CX-9. Our pricing data shows that you should be able to find a 2011 Enclave for roughly $21,400 to $26,400, depending on the model you choose. In comparison, the 2011 CX-9 is slightly less expensive, with average ...
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